Charming 3BR, 1.5BA beachfront cottage with multi-level decks
About this cottage rental
Located in Harpswell, this lovely cottage for £188 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. Enjoy spectacular sunsets and private beach access from this waterfront cottage overlooking Casco Bay. This charming cottage is full of character and offers a comfortable living space, kitchen with all the necessities, three bedrooms, and washer/dryer. Enjoy expansive water views while sipping on your morning coffee or afternoon cocktail from the upper and lower decks. The pebbly beach below is ideal for sunning, swimming, exploring tide pools and canoeing/kayaking. Inside the cottage, you'll find a galley kitchen with all you need to cook a delicious Maine meal, a dining room table for 6, and a living room with cable TV that opens to the multi-level decks. Upstairs you'll find a full bathroom with shower/tub combo and a single sink, a bedroom with a queen, a bedroom with a queen and twin bunkbed, and a master bedroom with a king and ocean views. The washer and dryer are located in the basement area. Use this lovely, comfortable cottage as your home base while you discover the peace and quiet of Casco Bay's rocky shoreline, picturesque coves and nature at its most glorious. Then come back to spend relaxing evenings, starting with spectacular sunsets from your own little slice of Maine's coastal heaven! Sorry, pets are not allowed at Coveside. ****The neighbor's plans to renovate their cottage have been scrapped, so major construction at the home next door is no longer an issue for the 2024 season. The neighbors are hoping to re-build their deck in the Fall of 2024, but that project has not been confirmed. As the owner realizes the deck construction would affect the enjoyment of our guests, he has offered a 15% discount on the base rental rate for guests who are impacted by the possible deck construction in the Fall of 2024. This discount will only be given should the construction commence during a guest's stay. For any questions, please request more information or reach out to MaineStay Vacations directly. Bed types/descriptions: Second Floor: Master Bedroom- King Bed with Ocean Views Second Bedroom- Queen Bed Third Bedroom- Queen Bed plus Twin Bunkbed Bathroom setup/description: First Floor: Half Bath in Entryway Second Floor: Full Bathroom with Shower/Tub Combo and Single Sink Air Conditioning: No Beach Access: Direct, on property via private stairs Beach Towels: Not included Departure Cleaning: Included Cable TV: Yes, in Living room Closest Shopping Village: Brunswick, 15min away Coffee Maker: Yes, automatic drip AND Keurig available Dishwasher: Yes Grill: Gas Grill available, Propane provided Heat Source: Forced Hot Air Furnace, Electric Baseboard Internet Access: Yes, Xfinity Cable Internet and WiFi Linens & Bath Towels: Included, guests are responsible for making beds upon arrival Lobster Pot: Yes Outdoor Firepit: No Parking: 1-2 cars, some overflow available, please ask manager for details Stairs to Water: Yes Trash Removal: Included, picked up weekly (for multi-week stays) or upon departure TV: Smart TV in Living Room, additional TVs in Bedrooms Usable Fireplaces: No Washer & Dryer: Yes, located in the basement Water Frontage: Direct ocean frontage Water Source: Well water with filtration/softener system, bottled drinking water recommended
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Harpswell, ME
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(17 Reviews)
3.0
The house itself is a nice house. What I found unsatisfactory was the fact that after I made the final payment and in the instructions for staying was the fact that we would have to buy our own paper products if needed. What was left at the house was 1-ply - that’s gross - this house is renting out at a decent rate where the owner could have a supply of decent paper products.
Also, we may need to buy drinking water?- we did, but honestly pay for a Culligan service so that’s ready to go - we shouldn’t need to check any website everyday to see if the water is ok to drink.
We had to make our own beds when we got there, no towels in the bathroom, that should have been ready to go.
Then I went down to do laundry and there were two dead mice in front of the dryer. One was under the basket, I left him under the basket and moved the other one to the side on top of a paper towel that I hoped you would spot. Used dryer sheets on the floor and shelf. The cleaner should have noticed that stuff and cleaned it up.
I think the paper products and water issue, should be divulged in the initial description, so we can have a choice in whether we want to do that or not. I didn’t appreciate not knowing that until the time I was given the address.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was clean and ready for us when we arrived. It was so nice to have the walking beach there at low tide. We observed the hermit crabs and enjoyed the water. We were disappointed that the Adirondack chairs were all broken, but made do with the chairs on the level above.One point though: beware of the step going into the back bedroom. It’s an accident waiting to happen. Thanks for another great stay.
5.0
Very comfortable and very spacious. The views are amazing and the beds are very comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed getting to relax and enjoy the peace an quiet!
5.0
My family and I loved the cottage and the decks overlooking the water. My grandson really enjoyed swimming in the ocean. The layout of the house was great. The kitchen was well stocked with all we needed to cook and eat with. The views from the living room and master bedroom were amazing! My husband was happy there was an outdoor grill. We had a wonderful time and look forward to visiting Harpswell again next year.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The view was amazing, the location was great very quiet, the kitchen was well stocked, the king bed was very comfortable and the girls at the MaineStay were amazing. The house needs a little TLC, the landscaping needs help and the living room furniture needs to be replaced.
5.0
What a wonderful location with great views. Very peaceful and relaxing. The house is perfect for any size family. You are far enough away from everything to feel secluded, but close enough to everything in Brunswick. Plenty of food options all around on the islands or in town. The views from the deck and beach are amazing. We love Maine, and this has been one of our favorite locations so far.
- Brandon, Lauren, and Brooks-Myrtle Beach,SC
5.0
Perfect location to get away from everything, quiet, beautiful views, but everything you need is within 5 to 30 minute drive. We were looking for a place to unwind, and meet our daughter who lives in Maine. This place was perfect! At low tide can walk out on beach area. Beautiful sunsets. The views from the master bedroom are amazing! The decks are perfect, plenty of chairs. Able to find places to eat close by, or the house has everything needed to prepare a meal. Can only imagine how amazing this house would be in the summer, but late September/ early October was amazing too.
5.0
Beautiful view and the house was quite comfortable. Enjoyed seeing the sites and eating lobster.
2.0
The cottage is in a great location however the inside needs to be better cleaned and refreshed/updated, especially the full bathroom.
5.0
This house was wonderful. We could walk down to the beach, enjoyed all 3 decks, the wonderful sunsets and were treated to fireworks the day we arrived and the day we left. Couldn’t have asked for a nicer place. Are hoping to rent it for 2 weeks next year!!
5.0
This place is comfy and has a great view. Fees were very high, almost doubling the rental fee. Otherwise we enjoyed the stay.
5.0
My 4 adventurous boys loved getting up every morning and running down to the beach to find “treasure”. It was the smoothest check-in process with receiving a text when the house was ready. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay from start to finish. Thank you!
5.0
My family and I enjoyed exploring Harpswell and getting to know Maine's beautiful mid-coast. The cottage has stairs that lead directly to a quiet, protected beach, where we found sand dollars and hermit crabs. The house is clean and comfortable.
5.0
Not only was the check in easy and pleasant but the house was wonderful...and NOTHING beats a nice relaxing time on the coast of Maine. We will definitely be repeating this vacation for many years!
5.0
We enjoyed the beautiful coveside views and watching the tides change. Location was near all our favorite Maine activities. Cottage had all the cooking utensils we needed as we are foodies who enjoy cooking fresh Maine seafood. Antique shopping yielded some great finds. Portland Trolley and Maine Maritime Museum with Bath Iron Works tours were wonderful. Debbie was extremely helpful in getting us situated in the cottage. Hope to do business with her again!
5.0
This is a beautiful spot! The house is clean, the kitchen is up to date, very well supplied and organized, the beds are comfortable. The real raves have to go to the exterior - a swimming beach at the front door (a real plus in Maine!), decks for sunning and outdoor meals, great kyacking, beachfront and a neighboorhood to explore on foot, good seafood in restaurants (don't miss the fish chowder and blueberry muffins at The Dolphin) and to cook (we fixed our own Maine Lobster Dinner!), and glorious Casco Bay views from sunrise to sunset! We had a couple of cool, foggy days but even those were beautiful, and Brunswick is a lovely town less than 30 minutes away-easy to while away several hours in Maine Street's shops and eateries. We already loved this area and this week just gave us another favorite place to come back to.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Harpswell?
The average price for a rental in Harpswell is £231 per night. This rental is £43 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming 3BR, 1.5BA beachfront cottage with multi-level decks. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Charming 3BR, 1.5BA beachfront cottage with multi-level decks pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Charming 3BR, 1.5BA beachfront cottage with multi-level decks?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony / patio.
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